Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad
Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad layers fluffy red quinoa and crisp vegetables over tender spinach, finished with ripe avocado. Lime and toasted cumin add brightness and warmth, balancing the fresh tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Perfect as a light lunch or a make-ahead vegetarian dinner that feels vibrant and satisfying.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a saucepan, bring the water and quinoa to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and chill in the refrigerator until cold, about 30 minutes.
- 2
Stir the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion into the cooled quinoa in the bowl. Add the lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to mix.
- 3
Arrange the spinach leaves on 2 plates and spoon the quinoa salad on top. Garnish with the avocado to serve.
- Calories 354.24 kcal Moderate
- Protein 8.82 g Moderate
- Carbs 46.03 g Moderate
- Total Fat 17.1 g High
- Saturated Fat 2.22 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 121.56 mg Moderate
- Fiber 13.69 g Good Source
- Sugar 8.95 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 3.32 g Moderate
- Calcium 85.55 mg Low Source
- Iron 4.78 mg Good Source
- Potassium 548.9 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 268.51 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 44.57 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado, Baby Spinach, Cherry Tomato, and Cucumber. Each serving provides about 354.24 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado, Baby Spinach, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Diced Onion. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad?
- About 20 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 354.24 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
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